The total recorded crimes in Oakley, Bedford, UK in May 2025 are around 6 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Oakley crime rate of 0.14 per 1,000 population.
It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Oakley, encompassing approximately 44,334 residents.
Most occured crime TypesThe most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:
The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,
To understand the safety of Oakley, we need to analyze Oakley crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.
Relative to Bedford:
In 2024, Oakley demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Bedford average, with 104 crimes compared to 753.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Oakley recorded fewer crimes than 25 out of 26 other areas in the Bedford.
In 2023, Oakley had fewer crimes than the Bedford average, with 91 crimes compared to 578. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Oakley recorded fewer crimes than 25 out of 26 other areas in the Bedford.
Overall Assessment:
Compared to other areas in Bedford, Oakley has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.
The trend in crime rates suggests Positive changes in overall safety.
In May 2025 the Oakley has recorded 6 crimes with crime rate of 1.13 ranking 26th out of 26 in the Bedford, UK
In 2024, the total Oakley crimes were 104. The crime rate of Oakley in 2024 was 20.64 (year) or 1.72 (month) ranking it 26 dangerous area in the Bedford.
In 2023, the total crimes in Oakley were around 91 crimes with yearly crime rate of 20.71 (year) or 1.73 (month) ranking 26 most dangerous area in the Bedford.
| Area | May 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes | Rank (Oakley) | Crimes | Rank (Oakley) | Crimes | Rank (Oakley) | |
| Castle | 223 | 1 | 3,339 | 1 | 2,552 | 1 |
| Harpur | 140 | 3 | 1,539 | 4 | 1,500 | 2 |
| Cauldwell | 174 | 2 | 2,147 | 2 | 1,374 | 3 |
| Kingsbrook | 128 | 4 | 1,656 | 3 | 1,306 | 4 |
| Queens Park | 92 | 6 | 1,038 | 6 | 925 | 5 |
| Goldington | 75 | 8 | 1,530 | 5 | 886 | 6 |
| Kempston West | 100 | 5 | 935 | 7 | 837 | 7 |
| Eastcotts | 78 | 7 | 553 | 12 | 313 | 16 |
| Newnham | 40 | 15 | 670 | 9 | 626 | 8 |
| Kempston Central and East | 72 | 9 | 721 | 8 | 593 | 9 |
| De Parys | 28 | 20 | 558 | 11 | 500 | 10 |
| Great Barford | 51 | 10 | 643 | 10 | 422 | 11 |
| Wilshamstead | 48 | 11 | 482 | 15 | 245 | 23 |
| Brickhill | 46 | 12 | 533 | 13 | 399 | 12 |
| Sharnbrook | 29 | 18 | 314 | 22 | 359 | 13 |
| Kempston Rural | 46 | 13 | 505 | 14 | 358 | 14 |
| Elstow and Stewartby | 42 | 14 | 468 | 16 | 320 | 15 |
| Kempston South | 33 | 16 | 433 | 17 | 297 | 18 |
| Putnoe | 19 | 23 | 378 | 18 | 299 | 17 |
| Harrold | 29 | 17 | 368 | 19 | 262 | 21 |
| Bromham and Biddenham | 29 | 19 | 367 | 20 | 289 | 19 |
| Wootton | 21 | 21 | 330 | 21 | 272 | 20 |
| Clapham | 8 | 25 | 195 | 25 | 247 | 22 |
| Wyboston | 19 | 22 | 274 | 23 | 184 | 24 |
| Kempston North | 14 | 24 | 200 | 24 | 119 | 25 |
| Riseley | 1 | 27 | 61 | 27 | 41 | 27 |
In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 6
Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (2 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (1 incidents) also being high.
For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (5 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (1 incidents).
February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 2 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.
During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Vehicle crime (1 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (1 cases).
December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.
During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (4 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (3 cases).
In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (3 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (1 incidents).
Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (4 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Burglary (2 incidents) also being high.
For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (1 incidents) and then Burglary showed a substantial number of incidents (1 incidents).
July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 4 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.
During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (6 cases).
In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (5 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).
| Crime Type | Count | Crime Rate | Change |
|---|
A total of 50 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.55 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 8 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| May 2025 | 6 |
| March 2025 | 5 |
| February 2025 | 2 |
| December 2024 | 8 |
| November 2024 | 4 |
| October 2024 | 3 |
| September 2024 | 4 |
| August 2024 | 1 |
| July 2024 | 4 |
| June 2024 | 8 |
| May 2024 | 5 |
A total of 12 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| April 2025 | 2 |
| March 2025 | 1 |
| November 2024 | 1 |
| August 2024 | 1 |
| July 2024 | 1 |
| June 2024 | 6 |
A total of 5 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 3 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| April 2025 | 1 |
| March 2025 | 1 |
| November 2024 | 3 |
A total of 7 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| April 2025 | 1 |
| March 2025 | 1 |
| January 2025 | 1 |
| November 2024 | 2 |
| May 2024 | 2 |
A total of 5 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| March 2025 | 1 |
| February 2025 | 1 |
| January 2025 | 1 |
| December 2024 | 1 |
| September 2024 | 1 |
A total of 4 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| February 2025 | 1 |
| October 2024 | 1 |
| June 2024 | 2 |
A total of 12 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.40 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | 1 |
| September 2024 | 2 |
| August 2024 | 1 |
| June 2024 | 6 |
| May 2024 | 2 |
A total of 1 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | 1 |
A total of 1 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | 1 |
A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Oakley postcode area is presented below.